The complete guide to autism & healthcare
By: Anita Lesko, BSN, RN, MS, CRNA ; foreword by Dr. Temple Grandin
Contributors: Grandin, Temple, writer of foreword
Publisher: Future Horizons
Published: 2017
Language: eng
Number of pages: 135
ISBN-13: 9781941765449
Subjects: Autism; Treatment
Description: "...Learn how you can improve hospital and doctor visits for these special needs patients with this in-depth reference book. Also covered: The medical system, Effecitve communication strategies, Best care practices, HIPPA compliance, Americans with Disabilities Act, Pain tolerance and sensory issues, Body awareness." -- back cover.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: Foreword; title: Introduction; title: Chapter 1. What is autism?; title: Chapter 2. Demonstration activity of autism; title: Chapter 3. Looking through my autistic eyes at the healthcare system; title: Chapter 4. Thinking outside the box; title: Chapter 5. Communicating with the autistic patient; title: Chapter 6. Sensory issues and sensory processing disorder; title: Chapter 7. Adaptation to the environment; title: Chapter 8. Meltdowns & safety; title: Chapter 9. Pain perception of the autistic individual; title: Chapter 10. Preparing the autistic patient for an exam or procedure; title: Chapter 11. The importance of websites, videos, and albums; title: Chapter 12. Identification of autistic patients; title: Chapter 13. Emergency Department; title: Chapter 14. Inpatient admissions; title: Chapter 15. Preparing for the operating room; title: Chapter 16. Anesthesia for the autistic patient; title: Chapter 17. Women's health; title: Chapter 18. HIPAA requirements; title: Chapter 19. Americans with Disabilities Act; title: Chapter 20. Putting all the pieces together; title: Chapter 21. Parents: The unsung heroes; title: Chapter 22. Conclusion.